With rising cost, sales tax is stable funding for Worland, Ten Sleep senior centers

The Worland and Ten Sleep senior centers each receive 5% of the current 1-cent general purpose tax in Washakie County. They are hoping to continue to receive distribution from the penny tax if it is approved by voters in November.

TEN SLEEP SENIOR CENTER

According to the Ten Sleep Senior Center Executive Director Randy Firnekas, the tax funds will be used for operations, maintenance and to secure...